Why isn’t ‘enough’ spelled ‘enuf’? The absurdity of English spelling
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The Quest for Simplified Spelling
This chapter examines the historical movement for simplified spelling in English, initiated by monk Orman in the 12th century and gaining momentum after the American Revolution. It highlights Noah Webster's ambitious reform efforts, the absurdities of English spelling, and radical proposals like replacing letters with numbers to create a more logical language system.
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